

Crying with Laughter
2009-06-01 · 93 min · ★ 7.0
Powerfully redemptive and darkly comedic revenge thriller set in the vicious world of stand-up comedy, starring Stephen McCole and Malcolm Shields.
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- Directors
- Justin Molotnikov
- Production companies
- Wellington Films, BBC Scotland, EM Media, Scottish Screen, Synchronicity Films
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Stephen McColeJoey Frisk
Malcolm ShieldsFrank Archer
Jo HartleyKaren
Andrew NeilJonathan Meldrick
Niall Greig FultonCare Worker
Paul McColeGavin
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